H4010

South Carolina Clean Air Act

Introduced·2/13/25
Introduced Text

The South Carolina Clean Air Act prohibits the intentional emission of air contaminants to manipulate weather or sunlight intensity.

The South Carolina Clean Air Act amends existing law to make it unlawful to discharge air contaminants with the intent to affect temperature, weather, or sunlight intensity. Exemptions apply to cloud seeding under a publicly approved contract or lawful crop dusting. The Department of Environmental Services must inform the public about the harmful effects of such activities. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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History

Feb 13, 2025

House

Introduced and read first time

Feb 13, 2025

House

Referred to Committee on Judiciary